Dan Frumkin awarded Honorary Fellowship from the Chartered Banker Institute
Daniel Frumkin, Chief Executive of Metro Bank, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the Chartered Banker Institute.
This recognition reflects his leadership through complex organisational change and his commitment to upholding the high standards of professionalism and responsible banking in practice.
Dan has served as Chief Executive of Metro Bank since January 2020, guiding the organisation through a period of transformation and turnaround while maintaining a strong emphasis on customer service and long-term sustainable growth.
With more than three decades of experience in international banking, he has played key roles in complex restructuring environments, shaping his focus on resilience and disciplined transformation.
Dan has held senior leadership roles across the UK, US, Europe and Bermuda, spanning business, risk, product and commercial functions. His previous roles include Group Chief Operating Officer at Butterfield Bank and senior positions at the Royal Bank of Scotland, reflecting both breadth of expertise and a deep understanding of the evolving role banks play in supporting customers, communities and the wider economy.
Throughout his career, Dan has demonstrated a clear commitment to strengthening organisational resilience, improving governance, and fostering a culture of accountability and ethical conduct. His leadership approach, grounded in customer focus, operational discipline and long-term stewardship, embodies a practical commitment to professionalism in banking, .
Tanya Retter, Chief Executive of the Chartered Banker Institute, said:
“Dan’s leadership reflects the core values of professional banking, integrity, accountability, and a strong focus on customer outcomes. His commitment to responsible, long-term stewardship aligns closely with our mission at the Chartered Banker Institute, and we are delighted to recognise his contribution with an Honorary Fellowship.”
Dan Frumkin said:
“I would like to congratulate the Chartered Banker Institute on its service over the last 150 years as the oldest banking institute in the world and thank them for this recognition. The work the CBI does to promote skills and growth within the banking profession helps to provide more opportunities and enable varied careers within the sector, which in turn, helps to support jobs, communities and the UK economy.”
As part of its 150th anniversary, the Chartered Banker Institute is awarding 150 Honorary Fellowships to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the profession and who embody the values central to its mission. Find out more about this in our Anniversary Hub.
Dan Frumkin received Honorary Fellowship from Tanya Retter
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